Field Compliance Officer

Vertical Mag; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Mag is sourcing a Field Compliance Officer to oversee TVA non-nuclear facilities across TN, MS, KY from the Knoxville base. This role ensures adherence to TVA policies, General Orders, and contract requirements, coordinating with account managers and site supervisors for consistent security practices.

The position emphasizes routine site visits, inspections, and performance reviews to drive corrective actions and maintain audit-ready records across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, armed security, security compliance or related fields.
• Experience conducting operational inspections and compliance evaluations.
• Education preferred: Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, or related field; equivalents considered.
• Ability to review documentation, monitor training, and verify certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to verify contract compliance.
• Evaluate security operations, staffing, training, documentation, and performance.
• Monitor site performance and identify deficiencies and risks.
• Coordinate with account managers and site supervisors to resolve compliance issues.

Skills

Law enforcement

Armed security operations

Security compliance and auditing

Military security operations

Industrial security

Operational inspections

Documentation reviews

Policy and procedure assessments

Corrective action monitoring

Education

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management or related field

Job description

Other | Oak Ridge Tennessee, United States

Job Description

The Field Compliance Officer is responsible for providing consistent oversight and quality assurance across Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) non-nuclear facilities located throughout Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. This position serves as the primary field compliance representative for the contract, ensuring adherence to TVA policies, procedures, General Orders, Post Orders, training standards, and all contractual requirements.The Field Compliance Officer functions as a liaison between Account Managers and Site Supervisors, conducting routine site visits, compliance assessments, and operational reviews to ensure uniform implementation of security practices and performance standards across all assigned locations.This position is dedicated exclusively to the TVA Security Guard Services Contract and may not perform duties for any other company contracts.Positions are contingent upon contract award***Position is located in Knoxville, TN ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities.Compliance Monitoring and Quality AssuranceConduct regular site visits and inspections at TVA facilities to verify compliance with contract requirements, TVA policies, General Orders, and Post Orders.Evaluate security operations, staffing practices, training compliance, documentation, and operational effectiveness.Monitor site performance and identify operational deficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement.Ensure corrective actions are implemented and completed in a timely manner.Coordinate with Account Managers and Site Supervisors to resolve compliance concerns and operational issues.Maintain consistency in policy application and operational execution across all assigned locations.Field Oversight.Provide routine on-site oversight of security personnel and supervisory staff.Observe daily operations and assess compliance with security procedures and post requirements.Verify proper implementation of access control, patrol operations, incident response protocols, and reporting procedures.Support supervisory personnel with guidance, coaching, and operational best practices.Assist with operational readiness reviews and site assessments.Training and Qualification Verification.Verify security personnel maintain required certifications, qualifications, and training records.Ensure training programs are consistently administered across all TVA locations.Review training documentation and identify gaps requiring remediation.Monitor compliance with onboarding, refresher training, and qualification requirements.Ensure personnel meet all contract, regulatory, and TVA-specific standards.Documentation and ReportingMaintain detailed records.Site inspections.Compliance audits.Operational assessments.Corrective action plans.Follow-up reviews.Training verification activities.Performance evaluations related to compliance.Prepare written reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.Track trends and recurring issues across multiple locations.Maintain documentation in accordance with Contractor Quality Assurance requirements.Contract Compliance Support.Ensure consistent application of TVA security policies and procedures.Support implementation of contract requirements throughout all assigned facilities.Work collaboratively with TVA representatives, Account Managers, and Site Supervisors to achieve compliance objectives.Assist in preparing for audits, inspections, and performance reviews.Serve as a resource regarding compliance requirements and operational standards.Scope of Security Operations Oversight.The Field Compliance Officer provides oversight and evaluation of security services that include:Security guard staffing and workforce management.Facility access control operationsVisitor management and credential verificationFoot and vehicle patrol activitiesPerimeter and infrastructure securityIncident response and emergency supportSecurity reporting and documentationTraining and qualification compliance.Personnel performance and accountability.Contract and regulatory compliance requirements.Policy AdministrationEnsure compliance with existing TVA policies, procedures, General Orders, and Post Orders.Coordinate with the Contract Technical Supervisor (CTS) regarding interpretation and application of requirements.Shall not independently modify, reinterpret, or alter TVA policies, procedures, or written guidance.Support consistent understanding and enforcement of TVA requirements throughout all locations.QualificationsMinimum of three (3) years of experience in one or more of the followingLaw enforcement.Armed security operations.Security compliance and auditing.Military security operations.Industrial or critical infrastructure security.Demonstrated experience conducting.Operational inspections.Compliance evaluations.Documentation reviews.Policy and procedure assessments.Corrective action monitoring.EducationAssociate Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, or a related field preferred.Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.

Primary location based in Knoxville, TN; additional vacancies available at multiple TVA facilities across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky.The Contract Security Supervisor (CSS) serves as a working supervisor responsible for overseeing daily security operations at Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) non-nuclear facilities located throughout Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The CSS performs all…

Primary location based in Knoxville, TN; additional vacancies available at multiple TVA facilities across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky.The Contract Security Supervisor (CSS) serves as a working supervisor responsible for overseeing daily security operations at Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) non-nuclear facilities located throughout Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The CSS performs all…